The A2H well was drilled to a total depth (TD) of 3,883 metres, including a 1,275-metre horizontal section within the
Stimulation Programme Details: 25 stages were successfully stimulated across a 1,020-metre horizontal section within the
Proppant was placed using 5-1/2-inch casing and was based on modern US shale design, the design is anticipated to result in improved flow rates during the extended production test.
Stimulation fluid flow back will commence imminently and is estimated to take several weeks before the well is shut-in for installation of production tubing. 30-day initial production (IP30) flow rates are expected during the second quarter of 2023.
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